The Shyft Group

3rd Shift Materials Team Lead | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (Main)

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $0.00 - 0.00

What you’ll do:

You will be responsible for leading your team with safety, 5S, quality, delivery to take time, and controlling cost in your department. This position requires you to train, direct, and hold accountability to the policies and processes of the organization through consistent, fair, and equal leadership practices. Must be flexible with work hours/assignments and have a good knowledge of the manufacturing build process.

• Must be flexible with work hours/assignments and have a good knowledge of the process for various materials associated with the company’s product lines including, but not limited to, truck bodies and chassis, motorhome chassis, and specialty vehicles.
• You will be required to be able to train your team to read installation and assembly prints, troubleshoot production issues, safety and 5S processes and regulations
• You must be proficient with computers (knowledge of applicable portions of Aurora is a plus)
• Must have strong leadership skills including the ability to motivate co-workers, have a positive attitude, be highly organized and have a strong desire to be proactive in dealing with product and people issues

What you need to be successful:

• HS Diploma or GED required
• AWS Certification preferred
• Excellent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Team oriented
• Basic computer skills are required
• Must be able to pass required welding certification test in the following AWS material sections: D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6, and D9.1.
• Previous experience and/or certifications preferred
• Must understand AWS welding symbols
• Must be able to set up, adjust, and maintain welding machines
• Must be able to Mig or Tig weld steel, stainless, and aluminum as needed

Willing to:

o Learn and rotate within various weld areas

o Wear PPE respirators for extended amount of time

o Improve self / area / company (including pursuing additional training, if needed)

o Develop a working knowledge of company’s systems (example: AS/400)

Able to:

o Read and comprehend blueprints including weld specifications at a high level

o Work overtime on short notice

• Must be full-time and must have at least 1-year experience in commercial vehicle assembly (Walk-ins, Truck Bodies/PDVs)
• Understand and lead safety requirements, respond to/correct unsafe practices immediately, and perform regular audits of your area to ensure compliance to our safety requirements and practices
• In the event of an injury, promptly investigate and document as required, and address corrective measures to prevent further injuries
• Understand environmental requirements as applicable and maintain compliance
• Train and hold accountability to the 5S process and expectation of your area
• Do regular audits to ensure the practices and processes are followed driving continuous improvement
• Understand & communicate Quality Assurance standards
• Drive training and accountability with your team for following our policies and procedures for a quality product
• Ensure quality expectations are consistently achieved - issues are properly addressed and contained within the department
• Identify and coordinate all required and necessary training
• Be able to facilitate daily start-of-shift & other group meetings effectively and efficiently, holding accountability to the actions driven
• Consistently display behaviors that support the company values with a sense of urgency to exceed our customers’ expectations
• You must able to promptly address technical and behavioral performance issues
• You must be able to drive change and continuous improvement throughout the work area

Why The Shyft Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.

At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:

The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands— Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™ and Independent Truck Upfitters™—are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.

Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we’re leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.